Minopa 200 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Tolfenamic acid |
| Company | Medicon pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Relief of migraine headache
- Analgesic for post-operative pain and fever
Pharmacology
- Tolfenamic acid belongs to the fenamate group
- Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzyme
- Inhibits synthesis of inflammatory mediators
- Acts on prostaglandin receptors
- Pharmacokinetic properties: absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage for acute migraine attacks
- Adult dosage for mild to moderate pain
- Dose adjustments for renal impairment
- Administration with food and water
Interaction
- Enhanced absorption with Metoclopramide and Magnesium hydroxide
- Reduced absorption with Aluminium hydroxide
- Potential interactions with anticoagulants, NSAIDs, loop diuretics, B-blockers, ACE Inhibitors, Lithium, Methotrexate, cardiac glycosides, etc.
Contraindications
- Active gastro-intestinal bleeding
- Gastro-intestinal ulceration
- History of bleeding or perforation related to NSAID therapy
- Severe heart failure
Side Effects
- Rare side effects such as alveolitis, hepatic damage, pancreatitis
- Common side effects including gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, visual disturbances, dizziness, etc.
- Symptoms of overdose and complications
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Avoid during third trimester
- Potential presence in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Important precautions for patients with asthma, bleeding disorders, cardiovascular diseases, peptic ulceration, hypertension, liver infection, renal function impairment, and elderly
- Recommendation for increased water intake or dose reduction to reduce dysuria
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdose including headache, nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, etc.
- Possible complications such as acute renal failure and liver damage
- Symptomatic treatment
Therapeutic Class
- NSAIDs for migraine
- Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place
- Keep away from light
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular formula: C14H12ClNO2
- Chemical structure image
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